Meet me halfway

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Could Jamie learn to fit in with her new boyfriend’s family?

SHORT STORY BY ALISON C

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The People's Friend Special Magazine

18 January, 2023

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The People's Friend

When the dust settles

The People's Friend

When the dust settles

The People's Friend

Once a housekeeper

The People's Friend Special

Bitter and sweet

The People's Friend Special

Sweet revenge

The People's Friend Special

A dangerous affair